FNLM In Focus: Conversations in Health and Science

Sticking Points: Research errors that remain in the record

Not all biomedical research errors are corrected or retracted but some may persist even after retraction in the published literature, shaping research and practice long after concerns arise. In this episode, we speak with Ivan Oransky, co-founder of Retraction Watch, about the most frequent sources of research irregularities and why flawed research can endure—and what it takes to bring those “sticking points” into view.

Proof Positive: Navigating Trust and Reproducibility in Science

Join FNLM President Dr. Andrew Balas in a compelling conversation with Nobel laureate Dr. Robert Lefkowitz as they explore one of the most critical questions in modern research: how can we trust science? From the challenges of reproducibility to the standards that ensure reliability, they unpack how scientists—and society—can maintain confidence in research findings. Packed with insights, personal anecdotes, and thought-provoking reflections, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the foundations of scientific integrity.

Sugar, Science, and the State of Health in the Age of MAHA

In our inaugural episode, FNLM’s Dr. George Lundberg is in conversation with journalist Gary Taubes, bestselling author of The Case Against Sugar and The Case for Keto and founder of the Substack newsletter Uncertainty Principles. They explore the history of American dietary habits and how decades of nutrition science, public health policy, and messaging have shaped today’s national conversation — including the White House’s “Make America Healthy Again” initiative. For more from Gary Taubes, visit his Substack at: uncertaintyprinciples.substack.com [https://uncertaintyprinciples.substack.com]